Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Halifax Convention Centre
10:00am - 4:00pm ADT

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Are there any student registration fees?

No. This event is free to students and alumni from Nova Scotian universities and students from NSCC programs with articulation agreements. 

 

What should I do before I attend a career fair?

Research the organizations and educational institutions before you go.

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• View the List of Exhibitors and make a list of 10 to 15 employers you plan to meet.

• Research education programs to ensure you understand whether the program you are interested in will meet industry requirements and professional guidelines.

• Search your on-campus job postings or on the company's website to find out if an exhibitor has advertised and what types of positions they have available.

• Attend on-campus employer information sessions and gather company literature, brochures, business cards, and contact names. Check your campus career and employment centre for details.

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Prepare a list of questions for those organizations that interest you.

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• Questions such as: What are the main skills or competencies you look for? Can you describe a typical day? Avoid initial questions about salary and benefits. Find more examples of questions to ask employers here!

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Prepare a current resume

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• Although you may be directed to a website for application, there are employers who will take a paper-based application. Check with your campus career or employment centre to find out what programs or resources are available to help you.

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Prepare a brief introduction

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• Be ready to state your name, program, area of interest and reason for attending the fair. Find examples of 30 second introductions here!

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Take an “Effective Career Networking” workshop

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• Each partner university hosts a pre-workshop giving you a greater in-depth knowledge about the event and how to network effectively.

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Dress appropriately to your desired career path.

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• Neat and well groomed.

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What should I do after the career fair?

• Send a thank you note immediately to exhibitors you spoke with (do this as soon as possible ie. within 24 hours).

• If you were asked to follow up by sending a cover letter and resume to the exhibitors, mention the date, location, and any unique or interesting points that were discussed so the employer will remember you.

• Create a record of your contact with the organizations to stay organized with follow-up.